Work Related Learning Adviser
| Posting date: | 16 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,331 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 January 2026 |
| Location: | Newcastle, Tyne & Wear |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 5 days per week |
| Company: | Education Development Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 3344 |
Summary
Work Related Learning Adviser (term time only)
This role will be home based with travel across Newcastle when required.
The role is a full time role (37 hours per week term time only) fixed term contract until July 2026
Job Objectives:
Our Work-Related Learning (WRL) department are responsible for commercial contracts delivering employer related services to educational establishments. The WRL Adviser will work with the Operations Manager to administer, carry out and develop work related learning services including the project management and delivery of individual contracts, marketing development, contributing to the development of operational plans.
Person Specification:
Knowledge
Essential:
• Minimum of 5 GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent) - including English and Maths
• Understanding of school curriculum
• Understanding of project management tools and techniques
Desirable:
• IAG qualification
• IOSH qualification
• Understanding of employment legislation for young people and qualification routes
Experience
Essential:
• Working in a client facing role
• Managing small scale projects
• Experience of working on multiple projects and tasks
Desirable:
• IAG qualification
• Experience working with either school or employer engagement activities
• Working with databases and producing reports
Deadline for applications: midnight Thursday 29 January
How to apply: To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are required to complete and submit a fully completed application form through our website.
Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
Salary & Benefits
Starting Salary: £25,331.00 per annum FTE (actual salary based on part time hours)
Benefits include:
30 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rota)
2 volunteering days (pro Rota)
Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Discounted gym memberships
Health care cash plan
Retail discounts
Cycle to work scheme.
Wellbeing App
Education Development Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults whom we work with and come into contact with around the world. All applicants are subject to thorough screening and successful candidates are subject to the relevant level of criminal record checks with national police authorities or the UK’s Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This will be at minimum a basic DBS check.
At Education Development Trust, we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and knows they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks. We’re committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Education Development Trust an inclusive place to work. If you have specific requirements or adjustments, please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.
This role will be home based with travel across Newcastle when required.
The role is a full time role (37 hours per week term time only) fixed term contract until July 2026
Job Objectives:
Our Work-Related Learning (WRL) department are responsible for commercial contracts delivering employer related services to educational establishments. The WRL Adviser will work with the Operations Manager to administer, carry out and develop work related learning services including the project management and delivery of individual contracts, marketing development, contributing to the development of operational plans.
Person Specification:
Knowledge
Essential:
• Minimum of 5 GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent) - including English and Maths
• Understanding of school curriculum
• Understanding of project management tools and techniques
Desirable:
• IAG qualification
• IOSH qualification
• Understanding of employment legislation for young people and qualification routes
Experience
Essential:
• Working in a client facing role
• Managing small scale projects
• Experience of working on multiple projects and tasks
Desirable:
• IAG qualification
• Experience working with either school or employer engagement activities
• Working with databases and producing reports
Deadline for applications: midnight Thursday 29 January
How to apply: To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are required to complete and submit a fully completed application form through our website.
Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
Salary & Benefits
Starting Salary: £25,331.00 per annum FTE (actual salary based on part time hours)
Benefits include:
30 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rota)
2 volunteering days (pro Rota)
Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Discounted gym memberships
Health care cash plan
Retail discounts
Cycle to work scheme.
Wellbeing App
Education Development Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults whom we work with and come into contact with around the world. All applicants are subject to thorough screening and successful candidates are subject to the relevant level of criminal record checks with national police authorities or the UK’s Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This will be at minimum a basic DBS check.
At Education Development Trust, we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and knows they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks. We’re committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Education Development Trust an inclusive place to work. If you have specific requirements or adjustments, please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.